Mark Pope loves a good FaceTime call. It doesn’t matter where he is or what time of the day it is, if he wants to talk to you, he’s going to do it as close to face-to-face as possible. It was a surprise to the Kentucky players initially, who are likely used to texting, but it didn’t take long for them (and the rest of the coaching staff) to start regularly using FaceTime as … [Read more...] about Collin Chandler interrupted Mark Pope’s CBS Sports interview with a FaceTime call
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Will Levis, Wan’Dale Robinson share their Kentucky Derby picks
The 151st Run for the Roses is set for later this afternoon — and the celebrities are making their media rounds ahead of post time. FanDuel’s Maria Montgomery caught up with former Kentucky football players turned NFL pros, Will Levis (Titans) and Wan’Dale Robinson (Giants), to get their thoughts on being back in Kentucky and their picks for the big race. To little … [Read more...] about Will Levis, Wan’Dale Robinson share their Kentucky Derby picks
9 Exciting Kentucky Derby Finishes
The First Saturday in May is here. Before 20 horses break for the starting gate in Kentucky Derby 151, relive some of the best moments in the history of horse racing’s greatest spectacle. 1933: The Fighting Finish You know the picture, but do you know the story? The 1933 Kentucky Derby ended in a brawl between Don Meade, aboard Brokers Tip, and Herb Fisher who rode Head … [Read more...] about 9 Exciting Kentucky Derby Finishes
Mark Pope, Kentucky MBB staff reveal their picks for 2025 Kentucky Derby
We’re only a few more hours away from the 151st Run for the Roses at Churchill Downs. And if you’re someone who is still unsure of which horse you’ll be placing a wager on for this year’s Kentucky Derby, perhaps Mark Pope can sway your decision. The Kentucky men’s basketball social team posted Derby picks from all six members of the coaching staff. Pope is going with Render … [Read more...] about Mark Pope, Kentucky MBB staff reveal their picks for 2025 Kentucky Derby
Former Kentucky portal target Rylan Griffen commits to SEC school
Rylan Griffen was once viewed as a serious portal target for Kentucky and head coach Mark Pope. Instead, the Kansas transfer is transferring to a different SEC program. According to On3’s Joe Tipton, Griffen has committed to play for Texas A&M and new head coach Bucky McMillan. The 6-foot-6 rising senior guard out of Dallas, TX averaged 6.3 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.4 … [Read more...] about Former Kentucky portal target Rylan Griffen commits to SEC school